2018 Audi Q5 launched at Rs. 53.25 lakh

Audi has launched the next gen of the Q5 in India and prices for the SUV start at Rs.53.25 lakh. The Q5 is obtainable in 2 variants Technology and Premium Plus, the latter of which is priced at Rs.57.60 lakh (both prices ex-showroom Delhi). This is the Ingolstadt-based builder’s first launch of the year, and will replace the extremely popular current generation version which was first launched in India in 2011.The new Q5 will be assembled at the VW plant in Aurangabad.

The 2018 Audi Q5 is based on the flexible MLB Evo platform and mimics the design of the larger Q7. The design is sharper with cleaner lines on the Q5. There’s the new single-frame grille with Matrix LED headlamps and a sporty bonnet. The rear sports LED taillights, a roof mounted spoiler and a new bumper with a rear diffuser.
Upgrades are wide on the inside as well with the second gen Audi Q5 getting a completely digital 12.3-inch instrument console. There’s another touchscreen infotainment system on the center console while the car will also come with a Heads-up Display (HUD) system.

The new Audi Q5 uses the same 2.0-litre TDI engine, which makes 187 bhp of max power at 3,800-4,000 rpm and 400 Nm at 1,750-3,000 rpm. The engine has been mated to a new 7-speed S tronic automatic transmission which gets dampers in the flywheel, making gearshifts even smoother even when driving aggressively. The car does 0-100 kmph sprint in 7.8 seconds (Impressive!) and has a top speed of 218 kmph. The ARAI claimed fuel efficiency is 17.01 kmpl, which is more than impressive for a mid-size luxury SUV.

There are no plans of getting a petrol engine for the new Q5 in the near future. The company’s famed Quattro all-wheel drive system will be offered too. Since the Q5’s last outing, the premium midsized SUV segment is flooded with options and the new Q5 will be locking horns with a host of offerings including the Mercedes-Benz GLC, Land Rover Discovery Sport, BMW X3 as well as the newly launched Volvo XC60.